OUR BODIES ARE MOSTLY WATER

Water is an essential nutrient. Next to oxygen, water is the most important factor for survival. It is more important to have an adequate intake of water than it is to have enough calories. While the amount of water in each person varies, the average adult is 60 to 70 percent water, consisting of about 10 to 12 gallons. To maintain an ongoing supply of healthful water for your body's needs, the average adult should drink about 8 to 10 glasses a day. In an average lifetime this would amount to approximately 13,000 gallons of water. Considering that, the quality of water should be of great concern to everyone. Experts agree that pure water is essential to health and longevity.